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PREEMPTOR
preemptor, pre-emptor
(noun) a bidder in bridge who makes a preemptive bid
preemptor, pre-emptor
(noun) someone who acquires land by preemption
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
preemptor (plural preemptors)
One who preempts; especially, one who appropriates public land.
Source: Wiktionary
Pre*Ă«mpt"or, n. Etym: [Cf. L. praeemptor.]
Definition: One who preëmpts; esp., one who preëmpts public land.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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